Economic Simulation
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Big Ambitions Best Business Guide (Early & Late Game)
This guide for Big Ambitions focuses on generating wealth through smart business choices, highlighting coffee shops as a low-investment starter and gyms as a more profitable venture. Success depends on strategic placement and understanding market demand, with the article emphasizing player skill development.
I played the economic simulator that could 'make a convert out of Karl Marx himself' to see if it could…
This article reviews the 1995 economic simulation game Capitalism, exploring its complex business management mechanics and its reflection of post-Cold War economic triumphalism. Despite initial failures in the game, the reviewer found the simulation deep and engaging, particularly in managing supply chains and pricing, ultimately concluding it's a compelling experience for spreadsheet enthusiasts.
Crimson Desert adds 133 new trading posts and overhauls the in-game economy with supply and demand
Pearl Abyss has updated Crimson Desert with a significant economy overhaul, introducing 133 new trading posts and mechanics that simulate supply and demand. This update aims to make trading a more profitable and engaging aspect of the game, with prices fluctuating based on local sales and remote locations offering higher profits. The changes have generated mixed reactions from players, with some expressing excitement for the improved system.
You're the New CEO in Alpine Cyberpunk RPG Holonoptic, Out Now on Steam
Holonoptic, a story-rich economic simulation with RPG mechanics set in an alpine cyberpunk world, is now available on PC via Steam. Developed solo by Kevin Bloch over six years, the game puts players in the role of a CEO managing a Swiss conglomerate under the control of an AI named Geist. The game features deep economic simulation, psychological traits for the CEO, and multiple ideological paths leading to over 10 different endings.
Alpine Cyberpunk RPG Holonoptic Launches July 16th - You're the CEO but the AI Was Here First
Glazial announced that its story-rich economic simulation with party-based RPG mechanics, Holonoptic, will launch on PC on July 16th, 2026. Developed by Kevin Bloch, the game features a cyberpunk alpine setting where players act as CEO of a conglomerate run by an AI named Geist. A free demo is currently available on Steam.
Manor Lords latest patch notes tune citizen pathing, and the alcoholism in your settlements
The latest patch for Manor Lords focuses on stability and foundational improvements, including a significant rework of citizen pathfinding and balance changes to ale consumption. These updates aim to fix economic bottlenecks and improve overall gameplay ahead of future content releases.
Longplay Studios Reveals FD’s Industry Tycoon, a Business Management Sim Played on a 1990s-Style Office Desktop
Longplay Studios has revealed its upcoming business management simulation game, FD's Industry Tycoon, which features a 1990s-style office desktop interface. Players will build and manage companies, competing against over a hundred AI rivals on price, quality, and brand, with options for solo or multiplayer modes. The game is set to release on PC via Steam and is available to wishlist now.
The Road To Financial Freedom Leads To The Stars In Sci-Fi Strategy Game ‘Galactic Economy’ Coming To PC via STEAM™
Indie developer Odania GmbH announced that its upcoming PC strategy game, Galactic Economy, is now available for public playtesting via Steam. The game, scheduled for a full release later this year, offers a sci-fi tycoon experience focused on economic simulation, fleet management, and strategic decision-making.
I've been waiting 20 years for a worthy sequel to my favourite life sim, but THQ Nordic has other ideas
The author expresses disappointment with the current state of The Guild: Europa 1410, a game inspired by the beloved life simulation title The Guild 2. Despite its potential as a deep economic and life simulation, the preview indicates a shallow and repetitive experience with limited player interaction and a lack of meaningful progression. The game is set to enter early access on July 16.
Demo for Cozy Aquarium Simulation Game The Fish Corner Available Now
A demo for the cozy aquarium simulation game The Fish Corner is now available on Steam as part of Next Fest. Developed by the female-led indie studio Ninetoplay, the game features a creative aquarium builder, fish breeding with genetics, and a surprisingly deep economy simulation where players manage their own fish shop.
30 Years of Mittelland AD – Anniversary Sale & Origins Release!
To celebrate 30 years since the release of "Die Fugger 2", the game that inspired "The Guild" and the "Mittelland AD" series, a sale is being held for "Mittelland AD". Additionally, "Mittelland AD Origins", an overhauled version of the original "Fugger" game, has been released for modern Windows systems and supports up to 6 players.
Brass: Pittsburgh features the "most innovative mechanisms and dynamics" its designer could imagine
Roxley Games is developing Brass: Pittsburgh, a new iteration of the popular Brass board game series, set in the United States' gilded age. Designer Gavan Brown has introduced innovative mechanisms like decentralized markets, a new coke resource, and oil prospecting pipelines. The game aims to offer a greater strategic challenge while retaining the social interdependencies that made Brass: Birmingham a success.
Before You Play – Five Petit Planet Tips and Tricks From a BETA Tester
This guide offers tips and tricks for the cozy game Petit Planet, focusing on its economy and resource management. It covers earning in-game currency called Dough, efficient Starsea Voyages for materials, strategic use of the Planet Maker app, and completing daily tasks to maximize rewards and build neighborly bonds.
Card Shark - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Card Shark is a credit card forgery crime simulator developed by happystoner5420 Games. Players aim to become millionaires by running an illegal credit card manufacturing operation while managing risks like FBI heat and customer betrayal. The game features a noir aesthetic, multiple gameplay loops including a black market and casino, and various legal consequences for failure.
Mercatorio Season 7 news
Season 7 of the medieval economy simulator Mercatorio launches on May 1st, introducing new buildings, products, and production methods. Key updates include significant changes to transport and market mechanics, alongside expansions in the chemical industry with new products like Potash, Tallow, Soap, Seeds, Varnish, Canvas, and Acid. New buildings such as a Rendering House, Soapery, and Distillery have been added, and transport operations and trade routes have been revamped for greater efficiency and automation.
A Little Age – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
A Little Age is a cozy city builder where players manage independent economies for interconnected communities, focusing on resource flow and logistics. The game challenges players to strategically supply villages to unlock their potential and ultimately pool resources for a grand temple. Beta sign-ups are currently available.
